slippers on christmas morning.
the magic of a gift unwrapped.
matt telling a story.
a moment with mariah after everyone has gone to bed.
the smell of cold air before the snow.
the taste of tangy lemon on ginger.
mom and teacher talk.
a big kitchen with pots boiling.
coconut and dark chocolate.
a walk with dad.

shrimp and potato chips.
fires and steamy drinks.
entire days on couches.
abigail asking questions.
caleb's enthusiasm.
elisa's eyes.


i want to sit among them, my family. the only ones i have. these that love me dearest.

i want the promise of more to come, of all that can unfold in a relationship over a lifetime.

i want to know them more, and love them better.